Klein seeks third term amid Alberta deregulation woes
Alberta Premier Ralph Klein faces a tough path to a third term as electricity deregulation, a $2 billion consumer shield, and a looming budget surplus dominate the political scene. Critics warn of rising costs and a two tier health system while Klein touts debt free goals despite protests and a large revenue surge.
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Saskatchewan to suspend licences for unpaid traffic fines
Regina report outlines new year policy: drivers with outstanding fines from provincial speed and seat belt offences and certain Criminal Code traffic offences will be denied licence renewals until paid. Barb Hockenson cites ongoing practice since 1993 and adds enhanced penalties for dangerous operation, hit-and-run, impaired driving, and related offences.
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Grinch steals Red Deer family's Christmas gifts
In Red Deer Alberta a thief used a found address and car keys to gain entry and steal a family's Christmas gifts. The haul included a Sony Walkman jewelry cash and a casserole plus a power saw. Police recovered some items from an abandoned minivan.
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